These Organisations Partner to Repurpose and Recycle Garbage to Create Sustainable Livelihoods

The Project forged a strong cooperation that brought attention to the detrimental effects of plastic pollution on marine habitats as well as the potential for repurposing and recycling garbage to create sustainable livelihoods.

The largest river cleanup project in South Africa, The Litterboom Project, was invited by Hillcrest AIDS Centre Trust (HACT) to present a provocative lecture on environmental conservation, reported the GoodThingsGuy.

The main points of their talk were the need to safeguard marine habitats by maintaining clean rivers and giving young people the chance to start their own waste management businesses.

Njabulo, the Litterboom Wastepreneur, briefly discussed recycling and the garbage issue.

By imparting knowledge on distinguishing between recyclable and non-recyclable materials, he enabled everyone to make more informed decisions on waste management.

The event, which was attended by Indalo Agri-Entrepreneur trainees, youth interns, HACT staff, and volunteers, focused on the extensive advantages of waste reduction.

He continued, saying that the Litterboom’s mission closely matched their values of empowerment, environmental stewardship, and community development.

“Keeping our rivers clean not only helps prevent harmful plastic from devastating our oceans but also provides a pathway for sustainable livelihoods within our communities,” he said.

The trust stated that it reaffirmed the necessity of preserving rivers in order to protect the environment, the health of those who depend on it, and their future.
In addition, HACT stated, “We are investing in a healthier, more sustainable future for future generations as we work together to create cleaner rivers.”

Editor’s note: By bringing attention to the negative consequences of plastic pollution on marine habitats and the possibility of recycling and repurposing waste to build sustainable livelihoods, the Project created a solid partnership.

Description: The event, which was attended by Indalo Agri-Entrepreneur trainees, youth interns, HACT staff, and volunteers, focused on the extensive advantages of waste reduction.

Editor: Thato Mahlangu

Project manager: Do4SA